Summers County to get world class visitor center upgrades
Summers County could gain a world class visitor center thanks to a line item in a trans im funding bill championed by Rep Nick Rahall. The project aims to lure tourists and boost the southern West Virginia economy, contrasting with existing, inadequate facilities in Hinton and Fayette County. Critics call it pork but supporters say it benefits a hard hit region.
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Mall safety plea over disruptive youths at Crossroads Mall
A reader requests action after a growing problem of unsupervised youths roaming Crossroads Mall. The letter describes 13 year olds using tobacco and foul language and harassing shoppers, citing a May 9 incident at JC Penney and Hallmark. The writer urges a legal or policy response and offers to circulate a petition.
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Coast Guard family seeks help over disability battle
A Coast Guard veteran injured in October 1995 while rescuing Cuban refugees remains on 100 percent disability after December 1996 retirement. In 1998 his family of four lives on 1001 a month while VA and SSA claims drag on. misdiagnosis on discharge papers and lack of aid cited. Mary Marshall pleads for relief, railing at Congress and officials while letters appear across pages.
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Raleigh County Should Pick A Convention Center Not A Hall
A local debate argues Raleigh County needs a convention center more than a meeting hall. Critics say spend on roads and armory expansion, with hotels and big events not needed, while proponents urge a center to attract larger conventions and growth.
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Meteorites, Mayors, and UFOs in Leroy No. 20 Festival
Neale R. Clark reviews Mete orites a USA Network film set in Leroy Arizona. Former Phoenix bomb squad officer Tom investigates a house explosion amid a UFO festival and meteorite attacks. The mayor ignores warnings for tourism cash until a caravan hides in a mine.
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